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Minister of Health resigns over controversy concerning her masters degree

The Minister of Health, Carmen Montón, has resigned over controversy concerning a master’s degree she gained at the Rey Juan Carlos University.

The minister announced her departure from the PSOE government as it marked its first 100 days in power. She said she was innocent of any irregularities in her certification, but decided to stand down in an effort to remain “transparent and honest”.

High Commissioner for child poverty, María Luisa Carcedo, has been appointed as the new Minister for Health.